Cause it's my rifle (and money) and that's what I want.
There you have it!
The .338-06 is great...but really suited for SS/Syn.
Classic cartridges belong in classic guns...
I have one in Stainless M70 Classic and one not a 03A3, but it isn't blue either. I picked up the 03A3 used and I'd do some things a little different if I were building it. However, it got my feet wet with the cartridge and I've enjoyed it ever since. I consider .338-06 a classic cartridge